NEW DELHI:
Sheamus
delved into the pivotal moments of his
wrestling career
, shedding light on how
wrestling
icon
John Cena
played a significant role in securing his first
WWE Championship
reign.
Sheamus reflected on a key turning point in his career, a WWE TLC title match against John Cena, where the outcome took an unexpected twist. He disclosed, "That was a different conversation.
Up until that day, I was losing that match. Things changed."
The Irish powerhouse went on to explain that the alteration in the match's outcome was influenced by none other than John Cena himself. According to Sheamus, Cena played a pivotal role in the decision, recognizing the potential for a compelling rivalry and storyline between them.
"Cena had a lot to do with it. Cena had a lot to do with what happened that day. It was like, ‘this is someone I can do business with. This is someone I can go around and is a believable foe,’ which is what John needed," Sheamus stated.
"What every good hero needs is a good villain. He saw that with me too, people did not like me. People hated me. I was so different compared to everybody in there. Long hair, short hair, super tan, tattoos. I was a different mix, and he saw he could do something good with me."
Sheamus' revelation provides a fascinating glimpse into the collaborative and strategic nature of professional wrestling, where the chemistry between performers can shape the trajectory of their careers. The unexpected victory over John Cena marked a pivotal moment in Sheamus' career, solidifying his status as a credible and formidable force in the WWE landscape.
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